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Tough crowd

Russian Actor Jailed for ‘Drunk Cop’ TikTok Video

During the video, the actor slurs his speech and wipes his saliva as he wobbles outside the Kremlin in a traffic police uniform.
Blocked and reported

Twitter Suspends Russian Embassy in Syria's Account

Several other Russian embassies have claimed that the account was suspended after it criticized the Syrian White Helmets rescue group.
Social activism

Russian Women Post Bruised Selfies to Push for Domestic Violence Law

Recent abuse cases have prompted fierce discussions about Russia's attitudes toward domestic violence.
old humor

Putin, Cheburashka and Alyonka: Here's How Russian Social Media Used FaceApp

The app, which ages photos, has become viral on social media.
bad romance

Russian Instagram Users Swarm Lady Gaga's Page Over Bradley Cooper

The initial defense of Russian model Irina Shayk turned to jokes and banter.
For the gram

Instagram Influencers Flock to Chemical-Laden Waters of ‘Russia's Maldives’

“We beg you not to fall into the ash dump in the pursuit of selfies!” the Siberian energy company said.
Political match

Russian Politician Turns to Tinder in New Campaign Strategy

This politician wants to get to know his potential constituents on a deeper level.
Roundhouse Kick

Viral ‘Bottle Cap Challenge’ Gets a Russian Spin

The next time you can't open a jar of pickles, try this technique instead.
Unfit Reverence

Russian Blogger Fined for ‘Disrespectful’ Reggaeton Dance at Monument

The blogger had “insulted human dignity and public morality," the court said.
Data disclosure

Tinder Denies Sharing Russian Users' Data With FSB

Earlier reports said the dating app is required to provide its Russian users’ messages and other data to the authorities on demand.
Open DMs

Russia Requires Tinder to Share User Data – Reports

Tinder may be unaware that it is compelled under Russian law to share its users' data, however.
Russian retorts

Russian Officials Snap Back at Ukrainian Threat to Bring Tanks to Moscow

“Dear comrade, the Moscow you’ll be in ‘with allies in tanks’ is located in Idaho," Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said.
They killed Kenny!

Kenny’s Grave Appears at Russian ‘South Park’ Housing Project, Dividing Locals

The appearance of the gravestone in Kazan drew a mixed reaction from locals.
Puerto Russia

Daddy Yankee Promotes Russian Deadpool Dancing Video

The featured dancer said it was his first time dancing reggaeton.
Private matters

Russian Soldiers Banned From Taking Selfies Under New Law

The bill institutes a ban on the sharing of photographs, videos, and geolocation data.
Russian media

Facebook Blocks RT’s Viral ‘In the Now’ Video Page

Russian lawmakers criticized the ban as a black stain on Facebook's reputation.
Social media

Infinity Pools, Siberian Style: Russian Social Media Imagines Another Reality

What if the industrial Siberian city of Omsk had pools on high rises?
Women

Reebok Admits Cunnilingus Is No Joke in Russia

Reebok pulled a feminist ad after an online backlash over its racy connotations.

When Boiling Water Meets Freezing Air: Russia's Latest Instagram Trend, in Photos

A new trend has made its rounds on Russian social media called "The Dubak Challenge," where boiling hot water is thrown into sub-zero air.
Social media

Moscow Accuses BBC of 'Violations' in Russia – Agencies

Russia's communications watchdog said on Thursday it had discovered "certain violations" committed by the BBC World News service operating in Russia during...
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